Every time a newly discovered or emerging drug becomes available in the market, there is some speculation associated with its usage and benefits. In most cases, the said drug is sensationalized to the extent that it creates a moral panic amongst the prospective users and even affects the usability of the drug for effective treatment of various ailments. Kratom is one such drug that has suffered a similar fate in the recent times, with the result that countless rumours and intriguing stories related to this drug can be read and heard. Discussed below are the most important facts that every potential user of Kratom powders must be aware of to be able to fully exploit their various benefits. Even though the world has largely become aware of this medicinal herbal extract over only the past several decades, Kratom has existed and been used in Southeast Asia for hundreds of years. Found primarily in Thialand and Malaysia, it is extracted from the leaves of the tree belonging to the Mitragynine Speciosa species. Although it is difficult to establish as to since exactly when the Kratom powders have been around, the first documented scientific reference for the same dates back to as early as 1836. This very fact has generated enough interest in the drug both among the common people and drug researchers to pave the way for exploring its usage as unique natural medicine. Among the various properties that make Kratom so beneficial as a medicinal herb, the presence of more than 20 alkaloids having psychoactive properties is perhaps the most important. Two of these 20 alkaloids are of extreme importance and include the mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. Of these two, the first, i.e. mitragynine has stimulating affects on the users while the second alkaloid, i.e. 7-hydroxymitragynine produces narcotic affects. This is an unusual combination as the users can experience two chemically opposing effects by consuming the same herb. The stimulant effects are more pronounced when Kratom powders are consumed in smaller doses, while the narcotic effects become more prevalent when it is consumed in larger quantities. These effects are prevalent in all formats of the herbal drug, which adds to the convenience of using it. Most people feel sceptical about the narcotic effects of kratom, mainly because they are unaware of the fact that this effect is extremely mild and not addictive. It is this very property that makes this herb a natural alternative for the more dangerous and addictive opiate drugs. In fact many people are known to use kartom to reduce their opiate dependency in a relatively painless and natural manner. In addition, people also consume kratom to get relief from chronic pains, modern lifestyle ailments such as stress and anxiety and even to reduce risk of more serious health issues including cardiovascular problems and diabetes. Given such diverse benefits of this versatile medicinal herb, it is only natural that an increasing number of medical researchers are showing great interest in understanding the numerous health benefits of this derivate of an ancient tropical tree.
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